pressure
Example Sentences
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, 86 years old, has resisted pressure to change course since the 12-day war, attempting to carry on business as usual.
Powell affirmed his commitment to his duties, focusing on price stability and maximum employment, despite perceived political pressure.
From Barron's
Powell affirmed his commitment to his duties, focusing on price stability and maximum employment, despite perceived political pressure.
From Barron's
"I felt a bit of pressure when I entered the stadium because it was the first time I've played in such a big stadium and the fans were so enthusiastic," said Wu.
From BBC
It is a scene that is being repeated in hospitals up and down the country as winter viruses and cold weather add to the pressures on the health service.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
